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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Riverhead, NY
The average rate is $21/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Riverhead, NY
Kristina V.
Medford, NY
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
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Worked in the special needs field. Love kids and known to be the babysitter for all the younger kids in my family. Willing to help around the house as well as watch the kids. Very family oriented person and willing to make your family part of that!
5.0
"Kristina was an excellent child care provider for our family. She was so amazing with our children! They responded so well to her. We never worried when we were at work that our kids were in good hands. She was...
Reviewed by Joan L.
Felicia C.
Mount Sinai, NY
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I am a retired teacher who has also worked as a volunteer for many years and also as a teacher. Helping those with special needs is a gift. We all have special things that make us unique. Helping a person with special needs reach their fullest potential is what I feel good about doing. I have extensive experience working with...
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Dedicated and loyal Companion/Caregiver. I know first hand the importance of maintaining peace of mind knowing that someone caring and compassionate is taking care of a loved one. Over 20 years personal and professional experience. Caring for my own family members, including dementia, hospice, and end of life care. Over 20 years...
5.0
"Highly professional
Great personality
Hard working "
Reviewed by Sharon Q.
5.0
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I'm an easy-going, trustworthy single Mom who loves kids and likes to stay busy! I currently work part time but am always looking to add hours to my schedule. I currently have availability on Monday & Tuesday any time, weekday evenings, amd Fri/Sat evenings for date nights. I'm Infant/Child CPR & First Aid certified and bring a...
5.0
"Laureen is very responsive with messages. She even came to our house before the job to meet with us. She arrived early to pick up our kids from the school bus and drove them to different activities. She did...
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5.0
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I am going to school for teaching. I want to become a special education teacher. I worked for a family for 6 years with a child who had minor seizures. I also have other experience from a couple other children I've taken care of.
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I am an experienced child care provider and member of child care council. I have cared for, educated, and nurtured children ranging from 6 months to 13 years.
I provided a loving stable, safe environment where the children were treated as family, and trusted respectful relationships were developed with parents.
I have experience...
5.0
"Kathy is great with kids. She knows how to keep them engaged and knows how to structure the day to keep them busy."
Reviewed by Dawn C.
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I'm 44yr old widow no children I have worked as a nurses aide for some years and recently in the last 17 years I have worked with adults with special needs and adults with schizophrenia/bipolar disorders, Good companion.
5.0
"She's a very good hard worker very dependable always on time"
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I am a retired elementary school teacher. I am CPR/AED certified. I taught a Pre-K readiness program and designed a Pre-K music and arts curriculum. I have experience with special needs children. I am also a CNA and Geriatric Specialist. I am experienced in private and institutional settings. I offer child care, and companion /...
5.0
"Felicia's was wonderful with my girls. I'd hire her again if her new schedule didn't conflict with the times I need her. "
Reviewed by Cynthia H.
5.0
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I'm currently a college freshman looking for a job this summer. I have 2 years of experience with babysitting and hosting childcare events at my school especially special needs/disabled child sporting events. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry.
5.0
"Best babysitter ever!! I'm a mother of 8 and all my babies were taken care of and had so much fun with Antonia!"
Reviewed by Lucille P.
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Besides having 3 amazing children of my own, I also have always had a passion for children. I grew up helping my mother and her sister in their daycare, earned my CDA while in high school to teach children! Even though I've switched over to the medical field, I still am in pediatrics and special needs.
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Hey there! I have 10+ years of childcare experience, including several years at childcare center. I have worked with special needs adults for 10+ years. For the last 3 years I have been traveling the states and house/pet sitting. I can provide multiple references/reviews upon request. I have my bachelor's in psychology & human...
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Hi! My name is Ariel! have 5+ years of experience! I also have my own means of transportation. I have experience with special needs as well as kids infant-5 years old. I hope we can meet and I am able to help you in anyway you need !
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I am a caring, reliable, knowledgeable, and fun person with over 10 years of experience working with children. Working with children is my passion. I began babysitting at 16 years old and have babysit children of all ages. Since then, I have been a gymnastics coach, nanny, tutor, and, most recently, a teacher. I taught grades...
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I love children, raised a special needs child of my own. I have over 40 years experience. Willing to drive kids, prepare meals, help with homework. I can be flexible with hours. Overnights available for flat rate. I have worked with special needs children. My daughter has Cerebral Palsy and is now a self sufficient adult.
I am...
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Hi, my name is Crystal. I have been working in the special needs field for over 10 years. Please message me if you would like to set up an interview. Thank you!
Madison D.
Coram, NY
$20-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I have always taken an interest in helping people. Within this last year, I've become extremely passionate about working with people who have different needs than others. This was due to becoming a special education assistant and I have been longing for the one on one attention to give to someone and help someone achieve things...
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I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Respiratory Care. I have Home care experience and sub acute care experience as well as acute care experience. I love Being a Nurse and I am passionate about what I do.
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Hello! I taught English part time at local colleges for 20 years, and my children are grown. Both have high functioning autism and I am familiar with behavior plans, IEP process, etc. I am kind, patient, educated, fit and mature. I love to sit on the floor and play games and make crafts and be outdoors. I will tidy up without...
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I'm available to work on the east end of Long Island, I have a broad home care background with 20+ years of experience. I'm comfortable with children and seniors. ** Lifting with supportive devices only**
I'm looking forward to enhancing the quality of your life.
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Hi! My name is Maddie I am 18 years old and I am from Miller Place New York. I am looking for a family to nanny for. I have been around children my whole life and love working with kids. I have been babysitting /nannying for 5 years and have been a camp counselor for 5 years! I have a driver license and I am also CPR/AED...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Riverhead, NY
Kristina V.
5.0
Kristina was an excellent child care provider for our family. She was so amazing with our children! They responded so well to her. We never worried when we were at work that our kids were in good hands. She was always on time, dependable, polite, and caring. She has a great attitude, and always left...
- Joan L.
Kelly M.
5.0
Cared for my great aunt for several years. Took care of errands, laundry, and meals. Watched TV with her as well as played cards and assisted with her walking periodically as she was wheelchair bound (which I have to say lit up my aunts eyes like you wouldn't believe). My aunt saw her as a friend...
- Adam S.
Laureen P.
5.0
Laureen is very responsive with messages. She even came to our house before the job to meet with us. She arrived early to pick up our kids from the school bus and drove them to different activities. She did everything we instructed and went beyond. Our kids are very happy being taken care by her. We...
- Care member
Kathleen H.
5.0
Kathy treats my son and daughter as if they were her own, and after she picks them up from school, she plans all sorts of activities to keep them engaged. She helps out with homework and gets the kids through their nightly routine as well. I highly recommend Kathy!
- Wasim A.
Chynel W.
5.0
I like how sweet she was and well spoken.very experienced with my needs as well.she was very caring to me
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Ratings for Riverhead, NY special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Riverhead, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.